Winking Lizard Tavern   

This Cleveland import should appeal to the inner reptile. There is, after, an actual lizard -- fondly called Lucy -- in a giant aquarium here, and it's always a big draw among the kids. The over-21 set, on the other hand, can get sociable in one of several bar areas. Adults can try the "World Tour of Beers," and those that imbibe 100 different kinds (not all at once) can win a jacket and a chance to enter a drawing for other prizes. There are also Lizardtinis and other bar essentials, such as shooters, mixed drinks and wine. Solid munchies include Repitizers (basically nachos, skins and spinach and artichoke dip), sandwiches, "lizard wraps" and pizza. Carnivores can go to the burger board for various combinations with bacon, cheese and more or try the Creek and Road Kill Grill, basically steak and/or fish. Or cry "fowl" with chicken sandwiches, barbecued ribs or salads. Although the light-wood decor is spotless and colorful, heavily adorned with pictures of various sports figures and TVs, you can slither either into a noisy section of this eatery or a quiet corner.